Work-related learning in higher education - Neil Moreland

An initial search of the British Education Index in early 2004 using work-related learning as the search term produced no references (as distinct from for instance work-based or experiential learning). Though contributions to work-related learning have since been published (e.g. Recruiters 1995; Directorate 2004; Hills et al. 2004; SFCFHE 2004) the paucity of materials made it necessary to specify more clearly the ESECT conception of work-related learning. Higher education staff can increasingly expect students from schools to be familiar with work-related learning for it is becoming a statutory requirement at Key Stage 4 (14–16 year-olds) in England and Wales (Quality and Curriculum Authority 2003).